Bree Jacob, Center Director
Ages: 6 weeks to 7 years
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Welcome to Franklin KinderCare
Welcome to Franklin KinderCare in Massachusetts! We are located just off Blue Star Memorial Highway. From curriculum to teachers, our approach to early education inspires a love for learning. Our classrooms are designed around your child's unique needs. Our highly-regarded curriculum is built from the latest research in childhood development, to help little minds grow. At Franklin KinderCare, everyone belongs in our circle — we love our families and meeting new friends!
Our classrooms are places to thrive!
In our safe and healthy classrooms, your child will be engaged in learning experiences that meet them where they are, both socially and academically. With fun daily activities, passionate teachers, and great friends, a lifetime of confidence starts here. Contact the center director to learn more about our child care options and schedule a tour!
Meet Bree Jacob, Our Center Director
At KinderCare Since: 2005
Favorite Children's Book: The Pigeon Finds a Hotdog
Meet Bree Jacob! She is the Center Director at Franklin KinderCare in Massachusetts. She has been with KinderCare since 2005, and before that she was an assistant director. Outside of work, Bree enjoys supporting her children at their sports games and gymnastics meets. "A person's a person, no matter how small." - Dr. Seuss.
AMERICA’S MOST ACCREDITED
We’re so proud!
Nationally only 10% of daycares are accredited - nearly 100% of our learning centers are. That’s a big difference, and that means KinderCare kids are getting the very best. Here’s why.
SCHOOL-READY
What Learning Looks Like
Our talented early-childhood teachers set kids down the path toward becoming lifelong learners in a positive, safe, and nurturing environment.
Franklin KinderCare Programs
Infant Programs (6 weeks–1 year)
Leaving your baby in someone else’s care is a big step. Everyone at our centers—most importantly, our naturally gifted infant teachers—will work with you to make sure the transition goes smoothly. When you step into our infant classroom, you’ll see how much we want your infant to feel safe, loved, and ready to explore their world.
Toddler Programs (1–2 Years)
Everything in our toddler classroom is designed for little explorers. That’s because a lot is going on at this age. When your child is wandering all over the place, that means they’re learning and discovering new things every day. We’ll help them explore their interests (and find new ones!) as they play and learn.
Discovery Preschool Programs (2–3 Years)
This age is filled with so much wonder and curiosity. That’s why we offer a ton of books and toys and bring artwork down to kids eye level. Children in discovery preschool also begin to learn how we all work together in a classroom. Simple math and science, pretend play, and group play help them get used to a more structured school setting.
Preschool Programs (3–4 Years)
This age is all about expression, when kids really start to form their own ideas about what they want to play and how they want to create. Every day in our preschool classroom, your child will explore science experiments, create artwork, and play pretend—all the skills needed for their big next step: kindergarten!
Prekindergarten Programs (4–5 Years)
When you walk into one of our pre-K classrooms, you’ll see artwork and writing displayed around the room. Labels are everywhere to help kids connect letters with words. You’ll also see pictures on the walls that reflect the families in our community. Your child will also deepen their knowledge in language, math, science, Spanish, and social skills.
Kindergarten Programs (5–6 Years)
Welcome to kindergarten: the gateway to grade school and everything that comes next! Offered in select centers, our kindergarten programs have small class sizes and curriculums that mix learning and fun. The basic building blocks of reading, writing, math, and science are key in kindergarten, so we make sure they get lots of practice in all of these areas.
School Break Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
Winter break, spring break, summer break—when school’s out (but you still need to work), you can count on KinderCare to provide a safe and supportive learning environment that’s focused on fun. We welcome children ages 5–12 during school break times and make sure they have a sensational, screen-free experience they won’t forget.
Participating Child Care Aware Center
KinderCare partners with Child Care Aware® of America to offer fee assistance for Active Duty military families and flexible support to fit their needs when care at a Child Development Center on the installation is not available.
Learning Adventures - Enrichment Program
Cooking Academy™ (3 – 12 Years)
In Cooking Academy, kids learn new recipes from cultures around the world and develop a healthy relationship with food. They’ll whip up everything from Southwest rainbow lettuce wraps to pumpkin muffins, building their skills in STEM, communication, and more along the way. And yes—little chefs get to eat their culinary creations!
Music Explorers™ (2 – 4 Years)
KinderCare families are already giving a standing ovation to our newest Learning Adventures program: Music Explorers! Kids will learn to sing, move, listen, play instruments, and even create their own tunes. Our original curriculum blends math, science, social studies, literacy, and mindfulness (think yoga!) for a uniquely KinderCare way of learning the foundations of music.
Phonics Adventures® (2 – 4 Years)
Learning how to read is a whole lot of fun at KinderCare! We help kids grow to love books and words (and get ready for kindergarten) in our Phonics Adventures program. From discovering the basics of vowels to practicing poetry, kids learn all about letters and sounds in small-group lessons made just for their age group. (Bonus: Kids who attend our phonics program are more prepared than their peers for school—and we have the data to prove it.)
STEM Innovators (3-8 Years)
You’ve probably heard a lot about how important STEM education is for your child, but what does that really mean? Our STEM Innovators program takes kids’ natural ability to make sense of the world and applies it to robotics, chemistry, coding, geology, and more. While your child experiments, they’ll discover how to use technology to do amazing things!
Monthly clubs- ask us about it!
Our Teachers
We're the only company in early childhood education to select teachers based on natural talent. Being a great educator isn't enough though. KinderCare teachers are also amazing listeners, nurturers, boo-boo fixers, and smile-makers. Put more simply, we love our teachers and your child will, too.
Meet just a few of our amazing KinderCare teachers!
A KINDERCARE TEACHER WITH
An Artist's Heart
"My classroom is full of art!” says Mary Annthipie-Bane, an award-winning early childhood educator at KinderCare. Art and creative expression, she says, help children discover who they really are.
We put our best-in-class teachers in a best-in-class workplace. We're so proud to have been named one of Gallup's 37 winners of the Great Workplace Award. When you put great teachers in an engaging center, your children will experience an amazing place to learn and grow.
Family Stories
Don't take our word for it. Hear what our families have to say about our amazing center!
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“I'm very impressed by how much my 4-year old son has learned at KinderCare Franklin Center: within a few months after he started pre-K, he became so interested in numbers, letters, etc. and pointed to it wherever he saw them. Now he is only 4.5 years old and knows all the letters and numbers and started to do addition, that's really a surprise! We didn't speak English at home and didn't teach him anything like this either, the teachers at KinderCare have done a great job teaching young kids and get them ready for school!
”Qing - KinderCare Parent
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“My son was 3 months old when he started at KinderCare and from the very first day (he came home with a handmade Valentine!), I knew this was the right place for our family. He is now 2.5 and in the toddler room and our experience with the Center has only become better and better. Not only are the teachers and staff wonderful, but the programs and activities are top notch. I know a number of other families who have children attending other daycare centers in the Greater Boston area, and I cannot even begin to tell you how many times I have relayed a story or experience of son's at KinderCare and have been met with surprise at how amazing it all sounds (and how they do not necessarily have the same experiences at their own facilities!)! In the over two years we have been a part of the Franklin KinderCare family, I cannot think of one time we have felt disappointed or as if we made the wrong choice about who would care for our child.”
Lauren - KinderCare Parent
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“Thank you to the toddler staff at KinderCare Franklin for what you do all day for my son.My elder son loved going to KinderCare every morning, he adored and loved his teachers and had a fun time learning all day at the Franklin center. As parents we were worried how he was going to cope up in school. But later got to know that KinderCare prepared him for school and it was an easy and smooth transition and he felt comfortable at school and his surroundings. Currently we have our second son at the KinderCare Franklin center infant/toddler room and he enjoys himself learning with the excellent staff and the kids in his class. I will definitely recommend KinderCare Franklin to all. It's a fun place to learn and play.”
MA - KinderCare Parent
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“I have no worries dropping my kids off at daycare in the mornings. After 3 years with KinderCare, I know that I leave them in great hands, with staff that are capable and professional, and who focus the kids with daily routines and fun events. They listen to our concerns/issues regarding how each of our boys learn, modified teaching styles to these learning behaviors, and have helped to mold them into good little men … most times … :)”
Ursula - KinderCare Parent
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I have nothing but good things to say about the infant staff here at KinderCare. I have known these teachers for many years first as colleagues and now that I have a child of my own, I was thrilled at the thought of having them care for my son. At first his transition to a new place was difficult, but they reassured me every day and now he is doing amazing!
”Robyn - KinderCare Parent
Who Are KinderCare Families?
They hail from hundreds of cities across the country from countless backgrounds, and proudly represent every walk in life. What our families have in common, though, is the want to give their children the best start in life. We are so proud to be their partner in parenting.
Hear from just a few of our amazing KinderCare families.
A Globe-Trotting Family Finds A
Home in Houston
Four young children, four different passports, two languages, two full-time jobs…oh, and a few triathlons thrown in for good measure. Meet the globe-trotting Colettas—a family on the go.
Frequently Asked Questions
What accreditations does KinderCare have?
We are your trusted caregiver. Our centers are state-licensed and regularly inspected to make sure everything meets or exceeds standards, including child-to-teacher ratios and safe facilities. Our centers aren’t just licensed—most are accredited, too! Find out more.
Do you offer part-time schedules at Franklin KinderCare?
Everybody’s schedule is different. We’re happy to offer quality, affordable part-time and full-time childcare. Drop-in care may also be available. Reach out to your Center Director to learn more.
How does naptime work at Franklin KinderCare?
Our teachers meet every child’s needs during naptime. Our teachers know how to get babies to nap. In fact, they are pros at getting children of any age to nap. Visit our article on "10 Ways We Help Kids Get a Great Daycare Nap" to learn more.
Do you support alternative diets?
We strive to be as inclusive as possible. To that point, we provide a vegetarian option at mealtime, take care to not serve common allergens and can adapt menus based on your child’s food sensitivities. If your child has additional needs, we’ll work with you to figure out a plan.
Are meals included in tuition? Can I choose to send my child with lunch?
We provide nutritious meals and snacks developed by a registered dietician to meet the needs of rapidly growing bodies and minds. If your child has special dietary requirements and you would prefer to bring in their lunch, please make arrangements with the center director.
Does my child need to be potty-trained?
Every child begins toilet learning at a different age. Until your child shows an interest in toilet learning, we’ll provide diaper changes on an as-needed basis. When your child shows an interest, we'll discuss how to work together to encourage toilet learning.